In recent remarks to International Affairs magazine, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov expressed concerns that Washington's approach to the Ukraine crisis is missing a vital component: addressing the root causes of the conflict. He stated, "We have not heard any signal from (U.S. President Donald) Trump to Kyiv about ending the war," suggesting that the current U.S. strategy is focused solely on establishing a framework for a ceasefire as defined by American standards.
Ryabkov emphasized that while Moscow takes these proposals very seriously, it cannot accept them outright without recognizing Russia's own carefully thought-out priorities. According to him, the real issues fueling the crisis are being overlooked in favor of a temporary truce, which may not bring long-term resolution.
Last week, technical-level negotiations took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with U.S., Ukrainian, and Russian delegations discussing the details of a potential ceasefire. However, as intense fighting continues on the battlefields alongside deep-seated distrust and conflicting demands among key players, progress remains challenging. 🤔
This unfolding drama is a bit like piecing together a complex puzzle in a blockbuster movie—each side brings its own narrative and priorities to the table. While hope lingers that these talks might eventually lead to meaningful peace, the current efforts highlight how much work is still needed to address the true causes behind the conflict. 🚨
For now, observers agree that without tackling the core issues, a lasting solution to the Ukraine crisis will remain elusive.
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U.S. fails to address root causes of Ukraine crisis: Russian diplomat
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